Distribution and Possession of Child Pornography

Incident: Distribution and Possession of Child Pornography 

Location: 1232 Skylark Avenue, Marco Island Florida 34145 

On Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at 5:40 a.m. Marco Island Police and Collier County Sheriff’s Office  served a search warrant at 1232 Skylark Ave., Marco Island. 

After receiving a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited children, an investigation was  launched into allegations of a Marco Island resident who was in possession and distributing child pornography.  The extensive investigation resulted in the arrest of 22 year old Ricardo Reyes-Arragon, who was transported to  the Naples Jail Center.  

Marco Island Police Department explores all tips involving the exploitation of children. This investigation  concluded with the assistance of Collier County Sheriff’s Office Swat team. This case demonstrates the  exceptional work of the Marco Island Police Department with our partners at Collier County Sheriff's Office  and our mutual commitment for the safety of our children. 

Arrested: Ricardo Reyes-Arragon 

Address: 1232 Skylark Ave., Marco Island, Florida 34145 

Charges:  

8 Counts of Possession of obscene Material/Child Pornography/sexual performance by a child F.S.S.  827.071(5)a – Third Degree Felony 

2 Counts of Transmitting Child Pornography by electronic device in state. F.S.S.847.0137(2)a – Third  Degree Felony 

This investigation is continuing.